Although the carnival was a custom brought by the Spanish conquerors, in Peru there was already an Andean tradition with elements similar to the European carnival, and that over time, the Andean and the western merged, which gave rise to mestizo customs. that last until today and that we can appreciate in many of our towns, this celebration having become one of the most anticipated parties by all Peruvians and Latin Americans.
Said event was organized by its District Municipality, led by its brand new Mayor, Josè Paìn Garcìa, beginning with the triumphal entry of King Momo, also called Ño Carnavalón, who was represented by a very colorful tall doll, and who was paraded throughout the the city accompanied by Afro-Peruvian dancers and rhythmic groups of sailors and folklorists. With colorful costumes, floats and a sound band of musicians that permanently enlivened the festive atmosphere. And how could it be otherwise there were also couplets and music dedicated to love and city life with a certain dose of mischief. On the night of the 25th, a great party was held that was enlivened by a rhythmic orchestra in the emblematic Plaza de Armas of Cerro Azul, where locals and tourists had fun throwing water, talc and streamers at each other, thus having an unforgettable experience that invites them to return to visit this tourist destination to feel its charms and joys.
It should be noted that the Cerro Azul Beach Carnival has also been an important showcase for tourist establishments in this town, being worth mentioning the presence of a new family business that excites and deserves to be visited: the tourist restaurant “La Gruta”. Azul”, run by its owner Pablo Cruz, a diligent bricklayer and winner of the Pro Compite Contest Fund for raising pigs, a State tool that is promoted by the Ministry of Production to co-finance productive proposals or business plans that generate value. in areas where private investment is insufficient and which are destined exclusively for organized economic agents; and that now, together with his beloved wife and his two daughters, they have become a clear example of resilience and hard work to carry out his spiritual and business objectives.
And it is that the family vocation that they have for gastronomy has been able to do more, having decided with the few economic resources that they had at hand, but that did put a lot of faith and dedication to the restaurant business, in which they have been offering to all diners and even the most irate stranger, a different concept, where you can appreciate conceptual art in its original and rustic environments, breathe the smell of the countryside or experience experiential tourism in the middle of the city. Being also that from very early they offer succulent breakfasts with past coffee, juices, tamales, criolla sauce and pork rinds. And if it is for lunch here, you can savor emblematic dishes such as “Pig al palo” or rice with prices that are within the reach of your pocket. It is located just two blocks from the Welcome Arch and one block from the Plaza de Armas. Here all support is welcome.
If you, your partner, family or friends want to enjoy this beautiful tourist place of Cerro Azul, the Lunahuanà Tours Travel and Tourism Agency has been offering very entertaining Tourist Tours of a Whole Day, 2 Days/1 Night and 3 Days / 2 Nights, also offering rental of comfortable Beach Houses, Country Houses and Bungalows for Family, Corporate and Institutional Groups. Those interested can contact Whastapp: 996538709 or write to the email: [email protected]
